Talking about detective fiction

A satisfying book that surveys the history of detective fiction. It was valuable to learn the names of other Golden Age writers besides my beloved Agatha Christie and Dorothy Sayers. Still, I would've liked more personal insights from James–about her life and the reasons that she is drawn to the genre. (I listened to the audio version of this book.)

My pop pop always loved PD James and now I see why. Talking About Detective Fiction was informative and fun! Genre studies generally perk me up, and this was no exception. I'd totally reread this one, not the least because of its extensive list of crime fiction recommendations and write ups.

A prominent mystery writer's take on mysteries. She really doesn't like Agatha Christie.